Advance patent databases to strengthen your patent invalidation case
In 2022, over three million patent applications were filed worldwide. This rise brings a challenging question: How do you sift through the massive sea of patent data to find exactly what you need? Patent databases are at the heart of any strategic patent search. These tools provide a gateway to a wealth of technical insights, […]
*Not to Miss* 10 Patent Search Tips by Expert Researchers
In 2022, over 3.4 million patent applications were filed globally, with a substantial portion published each year. This huge data makes it all the more difficult to perform efficient patent searches, which lay the groundwork for prior art, assess licensing opportunities, or safeguard one’s own innovations. However, with the right techniques, it is possible to […]
4 AI Tools For Every IP Professional to Swifty Understand the Patents
Like every other industry, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has also transformed intellectual property (IP). With reduced human effort, patent experts can refine how they read, analyze, and leverage IP. Unsurprisingly, multiple AI tools that make patents easier to understand have entered the market. This article presents the top 4 AI Tools for quick and easy understanding […]
Strategic Considerations After The New “Skilled Searcher” Standard For IPR Estoppel
Ironburg Inventions, known for its SCUF controllers, claimed that Valve’s Steam Controller infringed on its patents. Specifically, the patents in question were related to the back paddle design of controllers, a feature that SCUF Gaming has heavily marketed and patented. However, it isn’t these details of the case that make it worth mentioning but the […]
73 Drugs Losing Europe Exclusivity in 2024
In Europe, 2024 marks the year when exclusivity for a diverse range of drugs encompassing various therapeutic categories is set to expire. This includes established medications like Cabometyx and Zavicefta and breakthrough treatments like Tagrisso. The article provides a list of 73 such drug patents across diverse therapeutic categories, ranging from antivirals to antineoplastics, reflecting […]
Top 13 AI-based Patent Search Databases for your Patent Search Needs in 2024
AI (Artificial Intelligence) has transformed intellectual property (IP) by reducing human effort and enabling patent experts to refine how they discover, analyze, and leverage intellectual property. It’s no surprise that a Google search for AI-based patent search databases will yield hundreds, if not thousands, of platforms available at your disposal. To make your search for […]
Top 5 Chrome Extensions Every Researcher Should Have
Did you know more than 24.9% of the 137,345 Google Chrome extensions are designed to boost productivity? However, amidst this vast array of choices, choosing the ideal extension for managing research tasks can be confusing and time-consuming. Research and information-gathering have become indispensable across various fields. Fortunately, with the abundance of digital tools at our […]
Exploring ChatGPT’s Capabilities & Limitations in Prior Art Search
In a world where ChatGPT, the cutting-edge AI language model by OpenAI, has rapidly transformed industries, the intellectual property (IP) sector is no exception. Its remarkable ability to extract profound insights from vast data pools raises intriguing questions about its impact on the IP industry, particularly in prior-art searches. As research analysts, our curiosity led […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Uncover Crucial Business Insights Using ASEAN Patentscope
Patent data, especially patent claims, can help with various tasks, such as assessing the market, analyzing competitors, identifying innovative trends, evaluating risks, and devising market-entry strategies. Such patent information is generally straightforward with databases like Google Patents, Espacenet, WIPO Patentscope, etc. However, there is a challenge for countries such as Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, […]
Patent Litigation Funding: 8 Mistakes you can’t afford to make
This year, Colibri Heart Valve, a medical device start-up, went into a legal battle against the industry giant Medtronic CoreValve. This case not only earned its place among the top US patent awards of the first quarter of 2023 but also put a litigation funder – Burford Capital, in the forefront. The litigation funding from […]
GreyB’s Secret Search Strategy That Helped Find Prior Art For Auto-Playing Media
The ecosystem of a patent and its technology are critical factors in conducting a prior art search and even selecting the appropriate researcher for your case. Moreover, in one of our blogs, we discussed the same in detail using the examples of Researcher A and Researcher B. Returning to this case study, I will share […]
5 Key Search String Mistakes You Should Avoid At All Costs During A Prior Art Search
It is a no-brainer that an effective patent prior art search begins with creating effective search strings. However, over the years, we’ve analyzed some of the most common mistakes researchers often make when formulating search strings. These mistakes, though trivial, can cost us a lot of wasted time and effort and, for the clients, millions […]
GreyB’s Philosophy for Performing a Patent Prior Art Search!
Navigating the vast landscape of the prior art search is overwhelming, and there is always the risk of missing crucial prior art references. Partnering with the right research firm can make or break the whole deal. Now, imagine having two researchers to choose from for your prior art project. Researcher A specializes in standard analysis […]
Ambercite Search Guide – Using AI in your patent search
Have you ever considered how AI might play a role in uncovering patent landscapes, pinpointing pivotal patents, or discovering crucial prior art? The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is constantly changing the way we live, work, and think. The realm of intellectual property (IP) is no exception to the extensive capabilities of AI. As researchers […]
What is Non Patent Literature & how it applies to Intellectual Property field?
In the realm of innovation and technological advancement, patents often take center stage as valuable sources of information. However, even the most comprehensive patent databases can sometimes leave researchers empty-handed when seeking specific details or elusive solutions to their queries. This is where the non-patent literature (NPL) enters the stage. The power of non-patent literature […]
Patent Invalidity Search: Lithium Ion Phosphate Battery
As analysts, we often encounter a situation where a patent’s claims contain certain elements that appear to be designed as decoys. Their inclusion is intended to distract attention from other important aspects of the claim. Recently, I was tasked with a patent invalidity search for a battery technology patent with such decoy claim elements. But […]
